Broadway's Roaring Twenties
The 1920s usher in a vibrant era for Broadway, where the influence of European musical styles and the Harlem Renaissance collide. As prohibition transforms nightlife, theater becomes a precursor to evenings spent in speakeasies, with shows often reflecting racial and religious stereotypes. Despite the emergence of diverse casts, the theater scene remains fraught with underlying issues regarding respect and representation for black performers.In this clip
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